Survey #267—Full Response from Joanna
| Pronouns | She/her |
|---|---|
| Describe ways in which aging has negatively affected your ability, willingness, or desire to declutter or organize your home. | I was diagnosed with asthma in my mid-sixties (I'm 71 now) and cleaning and clearing out has become so much harder than it used to be mainly because I can't work for hours at a time like I used to. Also, I come from a group of creatively gifted women so have inherited quite a lot of hand-painted china and many beautiful handmade things. It's hard to let go of things I know my female relatives spent so many hours making. |
| Describe ways in which getting older has positively affected your ability, willingness, or desire to declutter or organize your home. | At my age (71) there is a sense of a "ticking clock." I don't want to spend my happy golden years organizing mountains of fabric from the 70s, or my books and art supplies (the 2 categories I spent years collecting.) I feel a sense of urgency to declutter before my health deteriorates more. |
| Describe ways in which you’d like for your space and belongings to better support your goals and dreams for the next years of your life. | The good news for me is I've already downsized into a smaller home where I live alone. I don't have to contend with other people's stuff. I've always been a "maximalist" and don't really get minimalism which is what's on display in most home decor magazines. Because I live in a small house, I'd like to pare down my possessions so it will feel more spacious. Unfortunately, that's not what I'm good at! |
| Here’s your chance to ask Gayle and Ed any question you’re curious about. It need not be related to this survey’s topic(s). If we think that your question—and our answer—might be useful or instructive to The Clutter Fairy Weekly audience, we’ll share them in an upcoming episode. | Gayle, did you get into the decluttering business intentionally or was it something you sort of meandered into? What made you decide to do what you do? |
| Future topics | How to stay on task without getting discouraged! Sometimes I make a great start but then get tired and give up!! |
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